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FOREIGN: Parasite’ Star Lee Sun-kyun Found Dead at 48 Amid Drug Controversy

ByOllus NdhomuDecember 27, 20231 Mins read25 Views

The popular South Korean actor Lee Sun-kyun, known for his role in “Parasite,” was found dead at 48 in Seoul’s Seongbuk district.

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He was discovered in a parked vehicle, and reports suggest he left a note resembling a will. Lee had been under investigation for drug use, impacting his career, with recent police interrogations lasting 19 hours. The actor, celebrated for various roles, including in “My Mister,” faced public disappointment following the drug scandal. He leaves behind his wife, actress Jeon Hye-jin, and two sons.

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